Department Information

Housing NWT provides access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing through the provision of housing programs and services based on need.

Job Information

The Program Development Specialist participates in the research, design, development, implementation and communication, of the Housing Northwest Territories (NWT) homeownership and rental housing programs, and coordinates, monitors and evaluates the programs on an ongoing basis. In carrying out these duties, the position provides ongoing consultation, advice, and support to District Offices in order to achieve the Housing NWTs strategic objectives for providing homeownership programming that is responsive to community housing needs. Located in Yellowknife the Program Development Specialist (Specialist) reports to the Manager, Program Development (Manager), and monitors and ensures District Offices and community delivery agents have the necessary tools and training in order to deliver the programs effectively and efficiently.

Key Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Knowledge of government structure, policies and program services.
- Skilled in research,



interpreting, analyzing, planning and organizing data/information, financial management, policy and program development, monitoring and evaluations.
- Ability to solve complex problems and provide conflict resolution.
- Knowledge in adult education, including workshop facilitation, curriculum development (including plain language documents), communication/public speaking and coaching.

Typically attained by A degree in Social Sciences or Business Administration and two (2) years of relevant work experience in the area of program development. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR

BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9

Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106

Fax (867) 873-0445

[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

📌 Program Development Specialist (Yellowknife)
🏢 Government of the Northwest Territories
📍 Yellowknife